Here's a great "how-to" to get you started: http://sternstrategy.com/sell-ideas-media-insights-former-cnn-producer/
Here's a few ways to contact CNN: http://www.wikihow.com/Contact-CNN - I've left a message for Dr. Gupta's on FB
To reach 60 Minutes: http://www.9jumpin.com.au/show/60minutes/send-a-story/
I also left this on 60 Minutes' story idea form:
"Formerly relegated to those with HIV as an opportunistic infection, NTM's (Non-Tuberculosis Mycobacteria) - found in everyone's water or soil - are now infecting the general population at an alarming rate. As Zika, which is fully preventable, occupies headlines and top stories, this under-reported, poorly treated, and deadly infection is just heating up. For a bit of an overview: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/we-must-advocate-for-ourselves/
Not only must people be aware, but raised awareness could lead to more effective treatments."